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A Great Place to Spend Christmas- Part 2
Season 2 · Episode 11

A Great Place to Spend Christmas- Part 2

The Ashland St. Pulpit · Ashland St. Baptist Church

December 18, 202433m 12s

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Show Notes

In this message, we’ll explore the incredible nature, names, and nobility of Jesus, the One who brings wisdom, peace, and eternal hope.

I His Nature

  • The prophecy of Jesus' birth, highlighting His divine nature (Isaiah 7:14).

II His Names:

In Isaiah 9:6, Jesus is given five remarkable names, each revealing His divine attributes:

  1. Wonderful
    • Jesus is truly marvelous in every aspect: His birth, life, teachings, miracles, death, resurrection, and second coming.
    • Reflection: Are we still in awe of His name, or have we grown indifferent?
    • Quote: "You have calluses on your soul" (Adrian Rogers).
  2. Counselor
    • Jesus is the ultimate source of wisdom and guidance.
    • He surpasses earthly counselors in every way, offering wisdom that transforms lives (1 Corinthians 1:24, 1:30).
    • Challenge: Are you letting Jesus take over as the Counselor in your life?
  3. The Mighty God
    • Jesus is the "Mightiest among the mighty," fully embodying Absolute Deity (El).
    • His power guarantees both preservation and liberation for His people.
  4. The Everlasting Father
    • Jesus shares unity with the Father, offering eternal love, provision, and protection.
    • Reflection: Jesus, as the "Everlasting Father," meets our deepest needs, guarding and shepherding His people with tenderness and care.
  5. The Prince of Peace
    • Jesus is the source of peace—personally, domestically, and internationally.
    • Through justification by faith, we can experience peace with God (Romans 5:1).
    • Quote: "Peace floods the soul when Christ rules the heart."

Reflection on His Nobility (Isaiah 9:7):

  • The Incredible: The wonder of Christ's eternal reign.
  • The Individual: Jesus as the fulfillment of prophecy and the hope of all humanity.
  • The Inevitable: His eternal kingdom of justice and righteousness.

Closing Thought: Jesus is not just the reason for the season—He is the reason for every moment of our lives. Embrace the wonder, wisdom, and peace He offers this Christmas.